Below Average
#6830 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sweetwater Middle
Middle School · SWEETWATER ISD
305 LAMAR, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,830 of 8,552
In Sweetwater
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
SWEETWATER ISD
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sweetwater Middle
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About Sweetwater Middle
Sweetwater Middle is a public middle school in Sweetwater, TX, part of SWEETWATER ISD. Sweetwater Middle serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,830 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sweetwater Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Sweetwater Middle — Students at Sweetwater Middle score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Sweetwater Middle Compares
See how Sweetwater Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
305 LAMAR, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweetwater Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HIGHLAND SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Roscoe), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBY CISD (rated 7.9/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Roby), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROTAN K-12 (rated 7.7/10, 26.9 miles away, in nearby Rotan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sweetwater, see our Sweetwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | — |
| SWEETWATER INT Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SWEETWATER H S Sweetwater | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTHEAST EL Sweetwater | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTHEAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Sweetwater | 0.9 mi | — |
| EAST RIDGE EL Sweetwater | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE MONTESSORI EARLY CHILDHOOD Roscoe | 8.0 mi | 4.3 |
| LONE STAR ONLINE ACADEMY Roscoe | 8.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSCOE EL Roscoe | 8.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S Roscoe | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Roscoe | 10.9 mi | 9.3 |
| TRENT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Trent | 15.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ROBY CISD Roby | 19.1 mi | 7.9 |
| LORAINE SCHOOL Loraine | 18.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MERKEL H S Merkel | 22.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MERKEL EL Merkel | 22.4 mi | 5.3 |
| HERMLEIGH SCHOOL Hermleigh | 23.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BLACKWELL SCHOOL Blackwell | 26.4 mi | 6.7 |
| MERKEL MIDDLE Merkel | 22.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ROTAN K-12 Rotan | 26.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,582
Median Home Value
$97,800
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
12,593
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweetwater Middle
What grades does Sweetwater Middle serve?
Sweetwater Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sweetwater Middle?
Sweetwater Middle has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweetwater Middle rank in TX?
Sweetwater Middle ranks #6,830 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sweetwater Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweetwater Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sweetwater Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweetwater Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sweetwater Middle a charter school?
No, Sweetwater Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweetwater Middle a Title I school?
No, Sweetwater Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweetwater Middle?
71.9% of students at Sweetwater Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nolan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (325) 236-6303
Resources & Links
District
SWEETWATER ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,850
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,976
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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